| richardevers.nl | Richard Evers | The book describes the life of Pyrrhus, an Epirote king who played a role in the succession wars after the death of Alexander the Great. The text outlines the events leading up to the Second Punic War, where Hannibal and Rome engaged in a fierce struggle, and Pyrrhus' involvement. The first edition of the novel was published in 2013, with ISBN 978-1-291-61802-0, and covers the wars and the political power struggles in the Macedonian kingdom after Alexander the Great. | Specialized History → Ancient History 79 | rome 73 | |
| rondemaan.nl | Ronde Maan | The writer recounts experiences of organizing activities in the Zuiderveld ecodorp, such as children playing in the garden during rainy days. He describes his experience photographing flowers in the park and the cycle of blooming and fading. The blog also includes accounts of helping his son Y. to maintain balance while playing in the mud, and of building an ecodorp in a new district. | Communication → Writing 2954 | novel 440 writing 1504 nature 9094 child 11566 | Nijmegen → Nijmegen-North 125 |
| mariskatjoelker.nl | Literary Magazine Liter | The story centers on the friendship between Janneman, the son of a chauffeur, and Sara, the daughter of a textile factory owner, which is terminated due to family conflicts. During World War II, the textile factory, under German administration, is tasked with producing Jewish stars, leading to conflicts that persist for generations. The book 'Ashes to Ashes' is based on true events and has been received with praise from critics such as Adriaan van Dis and Martin Olde Benneker. | Specialized History → World War II 1134 | jewish 10 war 272 novel 440 writer 525 family 6462 book 11396 | Overijssel → Enschede 5554 |
| fritsbosch.nl | Frits Bosch | Following the release of his book ‘Help, the Psychologist Drowns!’, Frits Bosch visited Stein, Switzerland, the birthplace of his grandfather Adam Bösch, inspiring him to write ‘The Trombler’ and subsequently ‘The Jutter,’ which was nominated for the NGV Schepperle Award. The website details the historical context of the novels, highlighting 19th-century developments in the Netherlands such as the decline of traditional systems and social changes, while also examining the challenges faced by the population during the Napoleonic era. The site showcases Bosch’s historical novels, offering excerpts, related articles, reviews, and a family tree tracing the Bosch lineage back to 1480, connecting his family history to the broader context of Dutch and European history. | Dutch History → 19th Century 77 | psychologist 1196 archive 2067 family 6462 history 7286 book 11396 | |
| aarnout.nl | Ralph Aarnout | Ralph Aarnout is a translator specializing in German literature and non-fiction. The site provides an overview of his completed translations and books he has authored, alongside other literary endeavors. He is open to new translation and writing assignments and offers contact information via LinkedIn, his profile, and email. | Communication & Content → Translation 1053 | novel 440 writer 525 translation 1523 story 8285 book 11396 | |
| patriciasnel.nl | Patricia Snel | The website introduces Patricia Snel as a bestselling author, writing coach, and speaker who guides manuscripts from concept to publication. It describes the historical novel ‘The Finding of Veenhuizen’, a true story about two children attempting to escape from the Veenhuizen children’s colony. The website promotes the novel with positive reviews and highlights the captivating nature of the story and the possibility of writing coaching. | Communication → Writing 2954 | writing coach 33 manuscript 197 novel 440 author 949 | Noordenveld → Veenhuizen 159 |
| hetvalseparadijs.nl | The False Paradise | The novel ‘The False Paradise. Chronicle of a Murderer’ tells about the life and ideas of the artist Jheronimus Bosch. The website offers information about the novel, including the possibility to order the book. There is also a blog and connection to museums such as the De Marskramer Museum and Boijmans Van Beuningen. | | bosch 53 novel 440 book 11396 blog 13392 | Rotterdam → Center 382 |
| anneloestimmerije.nl | Anneloes Timmerije | Anneloes Timmerije is a writer who writes both fiction and non-fiction and previously worked as a journalist and translator. The website details several of her published books, including ‘Mannen van Maria’, ‘Zwartzuur in Duitse verhalenbundel’, and ‘De plaats der dingen’. It also describes a solo theatrical performance based on her book ‘Mannen van Maria’, noting its origins during the COVID-19 lockdown and the subsequent celebration with collaborators. | Literature → Authors 409 | novel 440 writer 525 theater 2544 book 11396 | |
| marlieskruijer.nl | Marlies Kruijer | Marlies Kruijer began writing poems and plays as a hobby and eventually wrote a novel about barones Hélène de Rothschild, which inspired her to write ‘The Strength of Amélie’. Her second novel, ‘Polderperikelen,’ is about the 1960s in West-Friesland and the Noordoostpolder and is now available. The books are for sale through the Palmslag publishing house and various online bookstores, including bol.com and bruna.nl. | Literature → Authors 409 | west-friesland 41 novel 440 castle 494 publisher 757 book 11396 blog 13392 | De Fryske Marren → Lemmer 1188 |
| henrysepers.nl | henrysepers.nl | The website contains information about Sepers’ various works, including the novel ‘The Stepfather,’ which tells a story about death anxiety and life force. Reviews of ‘The Stepfather’ are presented by critics such as Rob Schouten and Gé Vaartjes, who positively assess the book. The website offers access to interviews with Sepers and photos, as well as the possibility to purchase or read his work. | | novel 440 writer 525 poetry 665 interview 1371 review 1888 book 11396 | |
| jetnijland.nl | Jet Nijland | Jet Nijland is the author of historical feelgood novels, including her debut novel 'Zwaluwdans' (2022) and 'Als de sterren fonkelen' (2023). Her third novel, 'De zonnesteen', was released in September 2024 and is set in Scotland in the eighteenth century. Visitors can subscribe to a newsletter for updates and sometimes extra content, and follow her through social media. | Literature → Authors 409 | novel 440 author 949 writing 1504 social media 3342 newsletter 6504 book 11396 | |
| kroesvee.nl | Kroesvee | ‘Kroesvee’ is the first part of a four-part series of historical novels titled ‘Zonen van Jafeth’, which describes the Dutch involvement in the slave trade in the 17th century. The novel was first published in late 2019, and a revised edition (with a changed cover) was released mid-June 2022. It is available as a book, ebook, and braille/audiobook through Passend Lezen, a library for people with reading difficulties. The website offers supplementary information about the topics in the book, including the slave trade, seafaring during that time, and geography. Readers can find a sample reading via the ‘About the Book’ button. | Specialized History → Colonial History 119 | seafaring 10 voc 34 novel 440 netherlands 1376 | |
| desoesterkring.nl | The Soester Kring | The first lecture, October 1, 2025, addresses the colonial slave trade in Amersfoort and surrounding areas, focusing on the continuation of these themes in the present day through the research of Zuwena Hurtak and Saskia van den Berg-Ebbenhorst. A second lecture, November 5, 2025, describes Jan Postema's bicycle trip to Naples, where he follows the paths of historical figures such as Erasmus and Karel van Mander and delves into places like Gutenberg, Napoleon, and Galileï. The third lecture, December 3, 2025, focuses on Hadrian's Wall and its historical context, compared to other historical walls worldwide. | Specialized History → Roman History 51 | wall 1378 | Utrecht → Amersfoort 8011 |
| deletterbrug.nl | Tekstbureau De Letterbrug | The bureau offers a wide range of services, including copywriting, editing, writing coaching, and book writing. Ria Schopman offers personalized writing coaching and has published her own novel, ‘Alea’. The focus is on creating compelling and readable texts, aimed at effectively communicating the client’s message. | Writing → Editing 632 | writing coach 33 novel 440 editing 1338 message 2260 text 2467 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| deterugkeervandetasch.nl | deterugkeervandetasch.nl | The book is based on historical facts and partly on fiction, following the life story of the Van Dam family, specifically Sara Van Dam. The plot revolves around the return of a ‘black tasch’ which, after seventy years, is finally handed over to the rightful heir. The tasch contains valuable documents from the past. The novel takes place in locations such as Dordrecht, Rotterdam, England (during the industrial revolution), and Berlin (under the rule of Von Bismarck and Kaiser Wilhelm II) and describes the activities of Jacques van Dam, a prosperous antiquarian. | Social Sciences → Genealogy & Family History 1403 | berlin 59 family history 126 document 1678 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| ferdinandbertholet.nl | Ferdinand Bertholet | An Amsterdam artist purchases an antique opium bed and experiences visions about events that occurred in 19th-century China, leading to a story about love and loss. The story follows an artist who falls in love with a courtesan and later develops a relationship with another young woman, with the warnings of the latter being ignored. Critics praise the rich writing style, the engaging story, and the cinematic quality of the book. | Dutch History → 19th Century 77 | novel 440 vision 1882 artist 5745 story 8285 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| mutamelior.nl | MutaMelior | Chris van Vlijmen has 39 years of experience in innovation and development, and shares his knowledge and vision as an independent entrepreneur since 2008. He offers his services as an interim manager, process facilitator, trainer, coach, advisor or sparring partner, with a personal and results-oriented approach. In addition to his professional activities, Chris shares his personal interests, including vintage photography, gardening, sand sculptures, drawing, video editing and writing a novel. | | novel 440 vision 1882 sustainability 18451 training 28133 | |
| ariadnevaneuropa.nl | ariadnevaneuropa.nl | Ariadne was the daughter of King Minos of Crete and is known as the first independent woman of Europe, and possibly an early feminist. The novel takes the reader back to Crete around 1500 BC, where Ariadne helps her father govern the kingdom and advocates for justice. Ultimately, Ariadne is captured by Fate, but not before she has written a code of laws promoting equality between men and women. | Literature → Authors 409 | crete 43 kingdom 89 | |
| barbaravanderkruk.nl | Prometheus | The novel deals with the struggles, shame, and silence of four generations within an Indian family. The story focuses on the meaning of unspoken words and the origin of an old silence, which is often recognizable by people of Indian descent. Emma, the daughter of an elderly woman, investigates her mother’s family history and discovers forgotten memories and suppressed secrets concerning the lost Dutch East Indies. | World War II → Dutch East Indies 67 | family history 126 silence 232 novel 440 | |
| dezwartelord.nl | Trigg'r | The website features an overview of her books, including ‘Luchtdanser,’ ‘Minnewake,’ and ‘De Zwarte Lord,’ each with reviews. Rihana Jamaludin has launched a new project: ‘Geheimen van het Tuinhuis,’ a historical YA Steampunk novel set in Suriname, available for free as an e-book. The site also offers access to her lectures, press releases, columns, and biography, as well as a contact page. | | press releases 157 novel 440 e-book 1060 lecture 1624 book 11396 | |
| hugowapperom.nl | Hugo Wapperom | Hugo Wapperom is a writer and psychologist based in The Hague, who has a background in clinical psychology, change management, process technology, and organizational management. His books explore themes such as love, betrayal, resistance, power, and influence, often drawing inspiration from historical figures. In addition to writing, Wapperom has also been active as a baseball player and coach. | Literature → Prose 98 | novel 440 writer 525 poetry 665 psychology 777 sport 4228 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| jansmulder.nl | Jans Mulder | The website contains information about Jans Mulder, the author, and his biography. There is a blog with short stories, including ‘Not Too Hard, Not Too Soft,’ an erotic story. The website promotes the upcoming novel ‘Wings of Ash,’ a historical novel about a forbidden love and power, which can be reserved via Boekfunding.nl. | | alchemy 14 short story 25 past 119 novel 440 | |
| karinhover.nl | Karin Hover | The website presents information about Karin Hover's books, including the novel 'The Search,' which is set around the 1953 Flood Disaster. Visitors can follow a blog with short stories and can sign up for a newsletter about writing. The website offers contact options, such as a contact form, for questions about signed books, book readings, or other matters. | Communication → Writing 2954 | novel 440 writing 1504 newsletter 6504 book 11396 blog 13392 | |
| paulienheeren.nl | paulienheeren.nl | The book tells the story of the Heeren and Janse families between 1920 and 1950, with the Roaring Twenties as a backdrop. The characters include Izaak Heeren, an accountant from a wealthy Reformed family, and Johanna (Annie) Janse, a stage actress with a background in theater. The story takes place in places such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Bloemendaal, Berlin, Essen and Barcelona, and describes their love story which began in 1920. | Time Periods → 20th Century 226 | city 1875 theater 2544 relationship 4205 family 6462 history 7286 book 11396 | North-Holland → Bloemendaal 1236 |